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Seabourn Venture sets sail on its first expedition to the Arctic. Photo by Seabourn.

The Kimberley or Bust! Seabourn’s Fantastic New Adventure Cruises

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, February 25, 2023

What if travelers desire to explore the South Pacific or other remote spots across the globe on an expedition cruise, but definitely don’t want to sacrifice creature comforts during their vacation? Well, ultra-luxury Seabourn may have the perfect ticket, so …

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Tauck's savor sailing in Ausria. Photo by Tauck.

Travel Advisor Jamie Roach: From Penguin Plunge to “Bucket List” Travels

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, February 22, 2023

  Jumping into cold Arctic or Antarctic waters, some travelers can’t wait to take that “polar plunge” as a fun activity. In a similar vein, Jamie Roach, a personal travel planner for Pavlus Travel, does that closer to home and …

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises' new Seven Seas Grandeur. Photo by Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

“Age of Grandeur” – Regent Seven Seas’ Newest Ultra-Luxury Ship is on the Horizon

By Susan J. Young on Friday, February 17, 2023

The “Age of Grandeur” is on the horizon. Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ newest ship, the 732-passenger Seven Seas Grandeur will set sail in late 2022. The 55,000-gross-ton ship “floated out” from the Fincantieri shipyard in Ancona, Italy, earlier this month. …

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Oysters, salmon and Capresi salad are among the options for the new brunch on American Queen. Photo by Susan J. Young.

New Culinary Moves by American Queen Voyages: Biscuits to America’s Test Kitchen

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, February 14, 2023

We’re rollin’ on the river – the Mississippi River – while sailing this week between New Orleans, LA, and Memphis, TN, with executives of American Queen Voyages. So, The Meandering Traveler is getting some hints about the new culinary offerings …

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An Independence Day celebration on July 4 in Yorktown, VA. Photo by York County Tourism.

New East Coast Port? Everything Old is New Again. Can You Guess Where?

By Susan J. Young on Friday, February 10, 2023

“Everything old is new again” goes the popular saying. And, starting in summer 2024, two Princess Cruises’ ships will call for the first time at a U.S. East Coast destination with more than 300 years of history. Here’s the scoop. …

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Florence's lovely cityscape in the heart of Tuscany. Photo by Tauck.

Top Tuscany Experiences: Exploring Pisa, Siena, Florence and More

By Anita Dunham-Potter on Tuesday, February 7, 2023

If you’re dreaming about seeing Pisa’s Leaning Tower, sipping a glass of Chianti in Siena, or perusing great art in Florence, then travel in Tuscany is truly a dream come true. Located in central Italy northwest of Rome, Tuscany (or Toscana) spans 8,900 …

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Viking Rdgrid, a Viking Longship, is shown on the Seine River in Paris. Photo by Viking.

“Ooh, La, La”: Viking Orders a 5th Seine River Longship to Sail From Paris

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, February 2, 2023

Another new, 168-passenger Viking Longship is headed for France’s Seine River. Launching in 2025, the river rambler will sail Viking’s popular eight-day “Paris & the Heart of Normandy” river cruise. Are you ready to admire iconic landmarks in the “City …

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Paul Gauguin Cruises just announced new 2024 voyages to idyllic destinations in the South Pacific. Photo by Paul Gauguin Cruises.

Top Travel News & Tidbits for January 2022: Oceania, Gauguin, Four Seasons

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, February 1, 2023

As January 2023 fades into history, The Meandering Traveler looks at a mix of top news, quirky travel tidbits and interesting developments from the month. 1. Travel News: Oceania Cruises: It’s Allura Oceania Cruises, which will launch its first new …

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Newly reimagined Penthouse Suite on Oceania Cruises' Riviera. Photo by Oceania Cruises

Asia Cruises: Oceania’s Newly Updated Riviera To Sail 2023-2024 Asia Voyages

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Due to unprecedented guest demand for exotic cruises, Oceania Cruises will send the newly updated and “re-inspired” Riviera to sail Asia cruises for the first time in 2023-2024. (See photo of Riviera’s revitalized Penthouse Suite bedroom above; photo by Oceania Cruises). …

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Pam Chavez, experienced travel planner with Pavlus Travel, picks three personal trips she'd love to take. Photo by Pam Chavez.

Pavlus’ Travel Advisor Pam Chavez Picks Trips She’d Love to Take!

By Susan J. Young on Monday, January 23, 2023

When it’s time for Pam Chavez, an 18-year veteran of Pavlus Travel, to head out and explore the world, the expert travel advisor loves visiting Italy, Ireland and Peru. Why those destinations in particular? She sums it up succinctly: “The …

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